Volunteer

Description

Why Volunteer?

Represent UL in the biggest Community Cultural Event in Limerick City.

Showcase the diversity of our UL community

International students can flaunt traditional clothing representing their unique cultures

Fun-packed day for enthusiastic volunteers

Special edition UL-branded T-shirts for all participants

After-party with Delicious food for all volunteers and traditional Irish music and dance, in Limerick Milk Market

 

This is a non-alcohol event, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere for all participants.

 6 hours St Patricks Day  2 hour briefing meeting prior to event. 

Briefing Meeting online 6pm 13.03.25  link will be sent to emails  

By volunteering for this opportunity, you give permission for photos/video footage of the day to be circulated on various social media forums managed by the University of Limerick.   

Is training provided?: Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

What to Expect:

UL's  St Patricks Day celebration begins in the city centre 10am at a designated meeting point, all will be revealed in a briefing meeting prior to the event e.g. location, what to wear on the day, each volunteer will recieve a special edition UL T-Shirt to be worn for the parade. We start our day with a coffee truck on site to get into the spirit of togetherness and fun in preparation for the parade. We will then mobilise into our group and proudly showcase the energy and spirit of UL as we make our way through the city centre. 

After the parade we will make our way to the Limerick Milk Market for a beautiful lunch and after-party,compliments of UL where there will be traditional Irish music fro you to enjoy,  representing our  Irish culture at its finest. 

https://www.ilovelimerick.ie/2024-university-of-limerick-st-patricks-day/   

Skills required for this role:

• An ability to follow guidance and instruction on the day of the parade 
• Excellent time keeping
• Crowd engagement and an inclusive friendly approach towards spectators  

The time commitment required on the day of the parade is 6 hours + 2 hour briefing meet up prior to event date to be confirmed. 

Minimum time commitment per week:
8 hour p/week